Island Boys' net worth today: are they still cashing in on their fame?

Island Boys' net worth today: are they still cashing in on their fame?

Island Boys’ net worth has been a rollercoaster, shifting from viral success to financial struggles. The twins walked out mid-interview with Logan Paul when one of the co-hosts tried to give them financial advice. One of them snapped before leaving and said:

"I don’t need financial advice when I probably make more money than you."
Island Boys' net worth
Alex (L) and Franky (R) flaunting money. Photo: @flyysoulja, @kodiyakredd on Instagram (modified by author)
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Key takeaways

  • The Island Boys rose to fame in 2021 after a video of them performing their song I'm an Island Boy went viral.
  • They reportedly earned $40,000 daily during their peak.
  • The Island Boys are widely recognized for their distinctive appearance, including diamond teeth, tattoos, and vertical dreadlocks.

Island Boys' profile summaries

Full namesAlex VenegasFranky Venegas
Famous asFlyysouljaKodiyakredd
GenderMaleMale
Date of birthJuly 16, 2001July 16, 2001
Age23 years old (as of February 2025)23 years old (as of February 2025)
BirthplaceWest Palm Beach, Florida, USAWest Palm Beach, Florida, USA
Current residenceCoral Springs, Florida, USACoral Springs, Florida, USA
NationalityAmericanAmerican
EthnicityCubanCuban
Weight73 kg (160 lbs)63 kg (138 lbs)
Height5 feet 8 inches5 feet 10 inches
Sexuality StraightStraight
Marital statusMarriedDating
PartnerKaylaThaylaAmina
ChildrenKaliyaNone
Known asIsland BoysIsland Boys
Social mediaInstagramTikTokInstagramTikTok

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Island Boys' net worth and career earnings

According to Celebrity Net Worth, Alex and Franky Venegas have a combined net worth of $1 million. This represents a drastic shift in their fortune, which was once estimated to be $2 million at the peak of their stardom.

The talented rappers earn an impressive amount through streaming royalties. During a 2021 interview on IMPAULSIVE, Alex and Franky revealed their plan. They said,

"We want to always be at the top of Billboard and music and venture into acting."
Island Boys' facts
The Island Boys. Photo: @flyysoulja on Instagram (modified by author)
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Do the Island Boys own a house?

Alex and Franky are reported to be living separately. However, they had previously leased a luxurious 4-bedroom mansion in Coral Springs, Florida. The house featured marble and wooden flooring, 3.5 bathrooms, a pool, a spa, and a fireplace.

How much money do the Island Boys make?

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During an appearance at the SAY CHEESE Podcast in 2022, Island Boys revealed that they were making a salary of $40,000 a day. They said,

"Well, we are making $40,000 a day. More than that, I’m not even playing with you."

How did the Island Boys get rich?

Alex and Franky earned revenue through Cameo, OnlyFans, music, and social media promotions. Below is a breakdown of how they accumulated their fortunes:

Island Boys posing for photos
Alex (L) and Franky (R). Photo: @flyysoulja, @kodiyakredd on Instagram (modified by author)
Source: Instagram

Music

The Venegas siblings gained stardom when a video of them performing I’m an Island Boy went viral on social media. The video garnered over 9 million views on TikTok and became a meme on the platform.

In 2021, they released their first EPs, Stardom and Life Been Good. A year later, the Island Boys released two studio albums, 17 and Trendsetters.

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OnlyFans earnings

A huge part of the Island Boys' income primarily comes from their OnlyFans content. For instance, they reportedly earned $389,000 from OnlyFans between May and July 2023.

Cameo

After gaining popularity, the controversial siblings capitalized on their newfound fame on Cameo. According to NBC News, they would charge between $135 and $180 for personal-use videos and $600 and above for video content for businesses.

According to Bored Panda, the brothers made a minimum of $15,500 per night. However, when their influence dwindled, they lowered their price to $65 per video.

Island Boys with their cars
Alex (L) and Franky (R) posing in front of their cars. Photo: @flyysoulja, @kodiyakredd on Instagram (modified by author)
Source: Instagram

YouTube

The Island Boys have also monetized their YouTube channel, Big Bad Ent. They usually share their music videos via the channel, which boasts over 324 thousand followers and 236 million views.

Alongside his partner, Kayla, Alex has also created his personal YouTube channel, Flyy and Kayla World. They usually document their daily lifestyle activities on the platform, which currently boasts over 50.7 thousand subscribers.

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Are the Island Boys broke?

There have been instances where Island Boys have been termed broke. Their former manager, Dovi Bezner, claimed in 2022 that the Island Boys owed him and that their income from cameos was declining, suggesting they might be broke.

Dovi Bezner also stated they were cancelled and that their income sources had run dry. He said,

"They owe me about 150,000 dollars. Maybe a little bit on TikTok. But, I mean it’s pretty much run dry at this point."

Additionally, there have been claims that Franky has been evicted from his apartment, including having his license suspended for failing to pay a traffic fine. In February 2024, Jack Doherty shared a clip in one of his streams where their credit card was declined when they tried to pay for a bottle of water.

Island Boys' Instagram captions
Alex (L) and Franky (R) taking selfies. Photo: @flyysoulja, @kodiyakredd on Instagram (modified by author)
Source: Instagram

Trivia

  • Alex and Franky Venegas (23 years old as of February 2025) were born on July 16, 2001, to Cuban natives.
  • Island Boys' father passed away from a heart attack when they were children, leaving them under their mother’s care.
  • Island Boys' mother kicked them out of the house at age 18 due to their criminal behaviour.
  • The Island Boys were arrested at 13 on suspicion of burglary and spent time in juvenile detention.
  • Flyysoulja and Kodiyakredd decided to pursue a rap career while in jail as teenagers.

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The Island Boys’ net worth is not just a number but a testament to their ability to monetize viral fame to financial success. They primarily earn income through social media careers, cameo, and OnlyFans.

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Bennett Yates (Lifestyle writer) Bennett Yates is a content creator with over five years of working experience in journalism and copywriting. He graduated from the University of Nairobi (2017) with a Bachelor's in Information Technology. In 2023, Bennett finished the AFP course on Digital Investigation Techniques. He started working for Briefly in 2019. You can reach him via email at bennetyates@gmail.com.